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Graphic Novels 101 Ratings – Reviews – Resources Why Graphic Novels Matter Graphic Novels 101 Ratings – Reviews – Resources Why Graphic Novels Matter Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives October 11, 2016 1. Brief History 2. Educational Benefits 3. Collection Development 4. Resources 5. Programs & More… We will discuss… • Comic Strip: A short sequence of 1 page or less • Comic Book: Serialized comics appearing in a magazine- sized booklet • Graphic Novel: Novel –length comics or a collection of comic books that tell a single narrative arc appearing in book form • Manga: Stylized Japanese graphic novel in which both page and panels are read right to left. • Anime: Animation of Japanese origin that can share both style and narrative tropes with manga. Not to be confused with a book; is television or film format. Definitions to Know How to Read Panels • How to read a comic book: appreciating the story behind the art by Alex Abad-Santos, VOX, 2/25/2015 http://www.vox.com/2015/2/25/8101837/ody-c-comic-book-panels • Visual Rhetoric/Visual Literacy: Writing About Comics and Graphic Novels by Duke University, Thompson Writing Center http://twp.duke.edu/twp-writing-studio/resources/writing-for-specific-disciplines Reading Western Comics vs Manga Western Eastern • Reads: L R • Reads: RL (“backwards”) • Usually in full color • Usually in black and white • More square panels • More fluid layout • More varied art styles • Defined by specific art style • Third-person narrative • First-person narrative • More text heavy; narration • Dialog and visuals move story Major Publishers • Marvel Comics • DC Comics • Dark Horse Comics • Image Comics • IDW Publishing • Gemstone Publishing • Fantagraphics • Kodansha • Viz Explicit Content Graphic does not mean… A Brief History (image via: Internet Public Library) • Reluctant Readers • Vocabulary Exposure • Visual Literacy • Comprehension Educational Benefits “Does having read the novelization of the latest superhero movie “count” as having read a book?” “How about a graphic novel based on a line of toys?” The Goosebumps Conundrum: What Makes a Children’s Book Good? The New Yorker http://www.newyorker.com/culture/cultural-comment/the-goosebumps-conundrum-what-makes-a-childrens-book-good • They give you all the visual stimulation of a movie with the textual experience of a book • They give you a different way to experience events both fictional and historical • They engage both the right and left hemispheres of your brain. What Graphic Novels Offer National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature 2016 MacArthur Genius Grant Honoree Meet Gene Luen Yang MacArthur Genius Grantee on Teaching Kids with Comics Washington Post http://tinyurl.com/h4anul2 Curriculum Guides & Discussion Resources Random House Children’s Books http://www.randomhouse.com/teachers/ Download here Curriculum Guides & Discussion Resources Search KDLA’s Catalog for professional titles and more: http://kdla.ky.gov/common/Pages/WorldCatDiscovery.aspx • Developing and Promoting Graphic Novel Collections by Steve Miller, Neal-Schuman Publishers, 2005 Record Link: http://tinyurl.com/jzmrkc5 • The Reader’s Advisory Guide to Graphic Novels by Francisca Goldsmith, American Library Assoc., 2010 Record Link: http://tinyurl.com/z4h3q9e • Comic Book Collections for Libraries by Fagan & Fagan, Libraries Unlimited, 2011 Record Link: http://tinyurl.com/jlsywqs • Wonderfully Wordless: The 500 Most Recommended Graphic Novels and Picture Books by William Patrick Martin, Rowman and Littlefield 2015 Record Link: http://tinyurl.com/hq4wvzr HOW DO I KNOW WHAT TO BUY FOR MY LIBRARY? Best Selection Methods & Tools • Split between 3 selectors: • Adult • Children’s • Teen • Input information into a Google Doc Spreadsheet • Looking at collection as a system • Sorry Dewey – use stand alone collection codes • GN + Author Last Name OR By Series (i.e. GNBatman) Selection Practices • Shelve by audience – absolutely DO NOT interfile… • “But they want the Walking Dead…” • Graphic Non-Fiction is it’s own genre; shelve accordingly A Note on Ratings (& Censorship) Graphic Classics & Non- fiction P. Jayne, K.King-Oaks, K. Widener Manga/Anime Ratings *Not necessarily comparable to Western age rating systems Beginner/ Not enough time… Intermediate/Advanced • B&T/Ingram • Amazon.com Best Sellers • NYT Best Sellers • SLJ/PW • ALA Lists* Select like the Pros… • Get it for free if you tell your favorite comic book shop you’re a librarian! •Published by Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc. •Best features: •Annual Free Comic Book Day preview •Top 10 Lists: •Graphics •Manga •DVDs •Games (tabletop) •Books (F/NF) • Io9 • iFanboy • DC Women Kicking Ass • The Mary Sue • Bleeding Cool • Robot 6 @ Comic Book Resources • The Beat More blogs to follow… • Good Comics for Kids (School Library Journal) • No Flying No Tights • Graphic Novel Reporter • About.com Manga • Anime News Network More blogs to follow PROGRAMS & EVENTS All Ages Fun for the Whole Family! Teens • Cosplays • Tabletop Day • Gaming clubs • Geek Pride Day – May 25 • Final Friday Fandom Kroski, Ellyssa. Cosplay in Libraries: How to Embrace Costume Play in Your Library. Rowman & Littlefield, 2015. Library Link Up: Fandom Events http://kdla.ky.gov/librarians/staffdevelopment/Pag es/KDLAArchivedWebinars.aspx#linkup Preschool • Princess Picnic • Princess Read-Aloud • Make a Tiara • Tea Time • Writer a letter to a Disney Princess • Superhero Storytime • Hero Read-Aloud • Obstacle Course http://igd.ala.org/ Think outside the ALA/Local circuit… Conventions: •Cincinnati Comic Expo •New York Comic Con •Comic-Con International: San Diego A Final Reminder… • You are your best reviewer… • Promote your collection! • Frequent your local shops! Questions? WRAP-UP For Public Library Youth Services Librarians & Staff: • KYAC is a discussion list devoted to those who work with children and teens in the library. By using this LISTSERV®, individuals from around the state will have the chance to ask questions, share ideas, voice concerns, and make valuable contacts all through their e-mail. • TO SUBSCRIBE: To join the list, send email with the subject "KYAC" to [email protected]. In the body of the message, list your name and the name of your library. You will be emailed instructions for posting to this moderated discussion list.​ ​ • See the KDLA website for more information on our many listservs – for technology, adult services, bookmobile/outreach, & more! http://kdla.ky.gov/librarians/staffdevelopment/Pages/listservs.aspx KDLA Listservs Follow KDLA on Social Media! @KDLALibDev KDLA CE Visit KDLA’s Continuing Education Events Calendar to find learning opportunities on a variety of topics. • Library Link Up: Best of 2016 Thursday, December 1st at 1:00 p.m. Eastern/2:00 p.m. Central. • School Libraries Link Up: Introduction to H.A.N.D.S. Thursday, November 3rd at 1:00 p.m. Eastern/2:00 p.m. Central. Save the Date! Questions? Comments? Concerns? Krista King-Oaks KDLA Youth Services Consultant [email protected] (502) 564-1739 Thank you! .
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